Job Opportunities

ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER:   09-0047

ALL  APPLICANTS WHO ARE NOT THE FAMILY MEMBERS OF USG EMPLOYEES OFFICIALLY ASSIGNED TO POST AND UNDER CHIEF OF MISSION AUTHORITY  MUST HAVE THE REQUIRED WORK AND/OR RESIDENCY PERMITS TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION.

OPEN TO: All Internal Candidates 
POSITION:  Protocol Supervisor, FSN-09
OPENING DATE: November 4, 2009
CLOSING DATE: November 17, 2009
WORK HOURS: Full-time; 40 hours/week

The United States Embassy in Tripoli is seeking individuals for the full time (40 hours/week) position of Protocol Supervisor. 

BASIC FUNCTION OF THE POSITION:
Serve as primary liaison between the U.S. Embassy and the Government of Libya for all diplomatic correspondence and administrative processing regarding:  visas and residency permits for embassy staff and visitors; travel notification; customs and shipping; vehicle registration and driver’s licenses; and substantive policy initiatives.  Supervise the Protocol Clerk.  Assist the Ambassador and DCM with a variety of Protocol-related matters such as setting appointments, preparing guests lists, and providing visiting delegations with guidance. 

• University degree is required.
• Three years in a responsible position in an administrative field is required. 
• One year working with the Libyan Government, or two years administrative experience with the U.S. Embassy is required.
• Level IV (fluent) speaking, reading and writing in English and Arabic is required.
• Must have superb knowledge of the Libyan governmental structure and bureaucracy; how to get things done within the bureaucracy, and where to go to find out information. 
• Must have superb understanding of Libyan culture, etiquette and social mores, and how they fit into the political and governmental structure.
• Must be able to write diplomatic notes and other reports or correspondence concisely and appropriately in English and Arabic. 
• Must possess strong interpersonal, organizational and managerial skills, and must be able to appropriately supervise one staff member. 
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Outlook database are required. 
• Ability to work independently also is required.

SELECTION PROCESS:

When equally qualified, US Citizen Eligible Family Members (EFMs) and U.S. Veterans will be given preference.  Therefore, it is essential that the candidate address the required qualifications above in the application.

ADDITIONAL SELECTION CRITERIA:

• Management will consider nepotism/conflict of interest, budget, and residency status in determining successful candidacy.
  
• Current employees are not eligible to apply for advertised positions within the first year of their employment.
  

TO APPLY:
Interested applicants for this position must submit the following documents or the application will not be considered:

• Application for U.S. Federal Employment (SF-171 or OF-612); or
  
• A current resume or curriculum vitae that provides the same information as an
  OF-612; plus
  
• Candidates who claim U.S. Veterans preference must provide a copy of their Form DD-214 with their application.
  
• Any other documentation (e.g., essays, certificates, awards, copies of degrees earned) that addresses the qualification requirements of the position as listed above.
  

SUBMIT APPLICATION TO:

Human Resources Office
United States Embassy
EMAIL: Tripoli_Jobs@State.Gov

CLOSING DATE FOR THIS POSITION:  November 17, 2009

The U.S. Mission in Tripoli, Libya is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, or sexual orientation.